7 3 noun n noun
• the first book of the Old Testament: tells of Creation; Adam and Eve; the Fall of Man; Cain and Abel; Noah and the flood; God's covenant with Abraham; Abraham and Isaac; Jacob and Esau; Joseph and his brothers
Example sentence • The genesis of her career as a singer began in high school.
9 3 noun n noun
• the process of producing a chemical compound (usually by the union of simpler chemical compounds)
Example sentence • The synthesis of two chemicals can produce a new compound.
8 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• separation of substances in solution by means of their unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes
Example sentence • She undergoes dialysis three times a week to treat her kidney disease.
10 4 noun n noun
• a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations
Example sentence • The scientist conducted several experiments to prove his hypothesis .
13 5 noun n noun
• the marked and rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in some animals
Example sentence • The butterfly undergoes a metamorphosis from a caterpillar to an adult.
9 4 noun n noun
• loss of the ability to move a body part
Example sentence • He suffered from partial paralysis of his legs after the accident.
9 4 noun n noun
• a chronic skin disease characterized by dry red patches covered with scales; occurs especially on the scalp and ears and genitalia and the skin over bony prominences
Example sentence • My uncle has been suffering from psoriasis for the past 10 years.
7 3 noun n noun
• the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop
Example sentence • The bishop of the diocese presided over the ordination ceremony.
13 5 noun n noun
• differentiation and growth of the structure of an organism (or a part of an organism)
Example sentence • The study of morphogenesis is a key area of research in developmental biology.
10 4 noun n Example sentence • Love is the antithesis of hate.
11 4 noun n noun
• the diocese of an archbishop
Example sentence • The archdiocese is responsible for overseeing all the parishes in the region.
8 2 adjective adj adjective
• showing careful forethought
noun
• people who are fearful and cautious
Example sentence • She approached the injured dog with cautious steps.
5 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• anything that tends to arouse
Example sentence • I received a bonus for achieving my sales target.
8 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the mountain range in Caucasia between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea that forms part of the traditional border between Europe and Asia
6 2 noun n noun
• any utterance produced simultaneously by a group
Example sentence • The entire chorus sang in perfect harmony.
5 2 noun n noun
• (virology) ultramicroscopic infectious agent that replicates itself only within cells of living hosts; many are pathogenic; a piece of nucleic acid (DNA or RNA) wrapped in a thin coat of protein
Example sentence • The doctor diagnosed her with a common cold virus .
7 2 adjective adj Example sentence • She felt anxious before her big presentation.
8 2 adjective adj adjective
• characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit
adjective satellite
• characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects
Example sentence • She was gracious enough to invite us to her party.
8 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
Example sentence • She kept her precious family photo album locked safely in a drawer.
9 2 adjective adj adjective
• characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice
Example sentence • He is a righteous man who always helps the needy.
5 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the second largest state; located in southwestern United States on the Gulf of Mexico
11 3 adjective adj adjective
• not conscious; lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception as if asleep or dead
noun
• that part of the mind wherein psychic activity takes place of which the person is unaware
adjective satellite
• without conscious volition
Example sentence • She fell and hit her head, knocking her unconscious .
10 4 noun n noun
• a chemical reaction in which water reacts with a compound to produce other compounds; involves the splitting of a bond and the addition of the hydrogen cation and the hydroxide anion from the water
Example sentence • The hydrolysis of sucrose yields glucose and fructose.
9 3 noun n noun
• agreement in the judgment or opinion reached by a group as a whole
Example sentence • After much debate, the committee finally reached a consensus on the new policy.
9 3 adjective adj noun
• variety of sweet eating apples
adjective satellite
• greatly pleasing or entertaining
Example sentence • The chocolate cake was delicious .
6 2 noun n preposition
• Against; in opposition to.
Example sentence • The game tonight is Lakers versus Celtics.
6 2 noun n noun
• the act of making a noisy disturbance
Example sentence • There was a ruckus outside the bar last night.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• shockingly brutal or cruel
Example sentence • The food at the restaurant was atrocious ; I couldn't even finish my meal.
10 3 adjective adj Example sentence • She is known for her capricious nature, often changing her mind at the last minute.
11 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits
Example sentence • The contentious debate lasted for hours.
9 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• causing disapproval or protest
Example sentence • He was an obnoxious little man, always complaining about something.
11 3 adjective adj adjective
• making claim to or creating an appearance of (often undeserved) importance or distinction
adjective satellite
• (of a display) tawdry or vulgar
Example sentence • She always wears expensive jewelry to try to impress others, but I find it pretentious .
12 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• psychic activity just below the level of awareness
adjective satellite
• just below the level of consciousness
Example sentence • He wasn't aware of his subconscious desires.
5 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a relation that provides the foundation for something
Example sentence • On a daily basis , I go for a run in the morning.
6 2 noun n noun
• an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty
Example sentence • The country is facing an economic crisis .
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• on the negative side or lower end of a scale
noun
• an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated
adjective satellite
• involving disadvantage or harm
Example sentence • The answer to the math problem is ten minus two.
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm
adjective satellite
• causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm
Example sentence • The chemicals in this lab are very dangerous .
7 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages
Example sentence • She was jealous of her sister's success.
7 2 noun n noun
• an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Example sentence • The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget.
10 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• inspiring scornful pity
Example sentence • His outfit was so ridiculous that everyone burst out laughing.
7 2 adjective adj adjective
• having no beneficial use or incapable of functioning usefully
Example sentence • He is completely useless when it comes to fixing things.
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• having a strong desire for success or achievement
adjective satellite
• requiring full use of your abilities or resources
Example sentence • She has always been an ambitious student, constantly striving for excellence.
10 3 adjective adj adjective
• auguring favorable circumstances and good luck
Example sentence • The bride and groom exchanged vows under an auspicious starry sky.
9 2 adjective adj adjective
• knowing and perceiving; having awareness of surroundings and sensations and thoughts
adjective satellite
• intentionally conceived
Example sentence • She made a conscious decision to pursue her dreams.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the acquisition of something for payment
verb
• obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
Example sentence • I made a purchase at the grocery store.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
Example sentence • The suspicious man was loitering near the bank.
7 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
Example sentence • The dog displayed a vicious behavior towards the mailman.
8 2 noun n noun
• a meeting of elected or appointed representatives
Example sentence • The congress will meet next week to discuss the new budget proposal.
9 4 noun n noun
• identifying the nature or cause of some phenomenon
Example sentence • The doctor made a diagnosis of pneumonia.
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